Press Censorship
latest news & developments
In the age of the internet, censorship has acquired a new face
"Censorship strategies include repression 2.0, masked political control and technology capture"
President Kenyatta signs controversial anti-terror bill amid criticism
a law that promotes censorship and allows authorities to crack down on suspected terrorists, impeding on human rights, set to be passed in Kenya.
‘Verbal lynching’ of journo reveals the dangers of reporting in Lesotho
The mountain kingdom needs a robust, confident media to cover events without fear or favour – but this is unlikely in this polarised society.
‘If govt gets us to censor ourselves, then they’ve won’
There are 145 journalists in jail in 28 countries worldwide — the highest number reported in the past 14 years.
My tribunal is your tribunal
The ANC have been markedly quiet about successful examples of media tribunals. We thought we’d help their case with round-up of attempts in history.
Sudan censors two newspapers
Sudanese security officers stormed two newspapers on Wednesday, tearing up articles ready for printing, employees said.